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On the recordJuly 27, 2011
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that pursuant to the order of July 21, 2011, and after having notified the Republican leader, we proceed, at 2 p.m. today, to executive session for the consideration of Calendar No. 276, Robert S. Mueller III, of California, to be Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. It is my understanding this debate is to take 2 hours; is that true? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the order of July 21, the Senator is correct. Without objection, the majority leader has the authority under that order. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Pennsylvania is recognized. ____________________
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